Our Pisa Day Trip from Florence
There are many incredible day trips to take from Florence if you have the time to explore more of what Tuscany has to offer beyond this amazing city. Pisa is a very popular excursion due to its proximity, ease of…
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Pisa’s Piazza del Duomo: The Iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa & More
If you find yourself in the Italian city of Pisa, chances are you’re here to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa. This architectural marvel draws people in from all over the world! The tower itself is, of course, interesting to…
Piazza del Duomo: Visiting Florence’s Iconic Monument Complex
Florence’s Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore is an iconic monument that dominates the city’s skyline. Piazza del Duomo, the plaza where the cathedral, bell tower, museum, Santa Reparata, and baptistery sit, is a must-visit when exploring Florence. In addition…
Visiting Pitti Palace and the Boboli Gardens
On the edge of Florence’s historic city center sits a grand palace bordered by beautiful gardens. Pitti Palace is the largest of the Florentine palaces and the gardens are an oasis within the bustling city. As you stroll through the…
Visiting Uffizi Gallery – Florence
Florence is a place that contains so much interesting history and culture, and a visit to the Uffizi Gallery will give you a glimpse into the city’s rich past through art. There are so many amazing sculptures and paintings from…
Our Five-Day Rome Itinerary
Rome is such an iconic city with so much beauty, amazing history, interesting attractions, delectable food, and more. I’ve been lucky to visit before with my family, but this trip was Matt’s first time in Italy. So, we set out…
The Vatican Museums – The Sistine Chapel & More
Vatican City may be small, but there is an incredible amount of history and interesting things to see here. After spending the early morning visiting St. Peter’s Basilica, we headed over to the Vatican Museums. Yes, the iconic Sistine Chapel…
Visiting St. Peter’s Basilica – Vatican City
Vatican City is the smallest country in the world, and if you find yourself there, it’s really impossible to miss the massive St. Peter’s Basilica towering at the heart of it. This iconic structure is gorgeous inside and out, making…
Visiting the Vatican Necropolis
Hidden under the iconic St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City lies the Vatican Necropolis. Touring the Necropolis is an incredibly interesting activity if you want to learn more about Rome and the Vatican’s history, explore another ancient site, and get…
What We Pack for Car Camping
Some of our favorite activities include relaxing around the fire, playing games at camp, cooking tasty food outdoors, and sleeping under the stars after a day of adventures. We’ve spent much of our summers camping over the years, so we…
Exploring The Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Amidst the bustling streets of modern-day Rome sits an impressive reminder of the city’s early beginnings. A walk through the various sites of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill offers a glimpse into what was once the heart of the…
Visiting the Colosseum – An Icon of Rome
Roman architecture is nothing short of incredible, and the Colosseum is one of the most iconic structures remaining from that era. When visiting Rome, we’d say a stop at the Colosseum is a must! It is one of the most…